Author: Australian FinTech

Mar
20

Five-minute Bitcoin bets mirror gambling and risks the credibility of crypto: deVere Group

Five-minute Bitcoin bets, the new craze sweeping crypto, is more akin to gambling not investing, and could damage the reputation of a serious financial asset.

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Mar
18

Australian crypto ownership hits record highs despite rising bank payment blocks: Independent Reserve

Australian crypto ownership has hit record levels, with 33% of Australians now owning cryptocurrency, up 31% from 2025.

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Mar
10

Unlocking Australia’s $24 billion digital finance dividend: New DFCRC report outlines productivity gains and policy path to accelerate growth

Australia could unlock a $24 billion annual economic opportunity from digital finance innovation, according to new research from DFCRC.

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Mar
09

Macropod secures strategic investment led by Betashares to scale Australia’s first regulated AUD-backed stablecoin

Macropod, the first licensed issuer of an Australian dollar–backed stablecoin, today announced a minority strategic investment led by Betashares.

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Feb
14

Pepperstone launches dedicated crypto exchange in Australia under Pepperstone Crypto brand

Global trading platform Pepperstone has officially launched its dedicated spot crypto exchange in Australia under the brand Pepperstone Crypto.

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Feb
12

ASIC granting AFSL to AUDC highlights the value created by Novatti

ASIC granting this AFSL to AUDC continues to highlight the value created by Novatti’s incubation of AUDC.

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Feb
12

KuCoin named Finder’s Top Pick for Australian crypto users as the market raises the bar

KuCoin’s recognition as Finder’s Top Pick Crypto Exchange 2025 has landed as more than just an industry accolade; it reflects how Australian users are redefining what “best” actually means.

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Feb
05

BTC Markets appoints Lucas Dobbins as Chief Executive Officer & Executive Director, and Paul Stonham joins as Chief Commercial Officer

BTC Markets have appointed Lucas Dobbins as Chief Executive Officer and Executive Director, and Paul Stonham joins as Chief Commercial Officer.

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